Behind the lens · PHOTOGRAPHY TOURS IN THE USA

Photography Tours in the USA: 13 to Book

13 photo tours and shoots  ·  from $29 a person

The shortlist you would send a friend before a big trip: 13 photography tours in the USA worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to check before booking.

From Waikiki: Best of Oahu Photo Tour with Pickup - Pickup from Waikiki and the small van
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From Waikiki: Best of Oahu Photo Tour with Pickup

1.Best of Oahu Photo Tour with Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 274 reviews · 5 hours · from $99Our pick

Spend five hours touring Oahu with a professional photographer guide such as Andrew, Emily, Kurt, or Mac. You’ll visit Pali and Tantalus lookouts, Waimanalo, Makapuʻu, Halona Blowhole, and Sandy Beach, with practical camera tips, a local lunch stop, and a malasada treat.

“If I could, I would rate this Tour a 10! It was Super Great! Kurt was very knowledgeable. Beyond the knowledge he made it fun! He knows how to interact with people of all ages. Not only can he show you how to take still pictures on your phone, he shows you how to take professional action videos also. We learned so much and about the Island too. And the Van was a comfortable ride too. I would definitely do the Oahu Photography Tour again and ask for Kurt!”

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The Ultimate LA and Hollywood Photo Tour - Hollywood Walk of Fame, Chinese Theatre, and Dolby Theatre
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The Ultimate LA and Hollywood Photo Tour

2.The Ultimate LA and Hollywood Photo Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 233 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $75Top rated

Join Daniel Richards for a 4.5-hour Los Angeles tour in an air-conditioned vehicle. Visit Hollywood, the Hollywood Sign, Melrose Avenue, the Original Farmers Market, The Grove, and Beverly Hills while Daniel shares local stories and takes photos with your phone or camera.

“Daniel was amazing!! Had a great experience. Really recommend booking with Daniel for an amazing time! Daniel really took his time and did not feel rushed at all.”

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Beautiful Colors of Hawaii Photo Tour - Nuʻuanu Pali Lookout and the Koʻolau Mountains
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Beautiful Colors of Hawaii Photo Tour

3.Beautiful Colors of Hawaii Photo Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 165 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $99

Spend about five and a half hours touring Oahu’s scenic side with a photographer guide and driver. From Waikiki pickup, you’ll visit Pali Lookout, Waimanalo Beach, Makapuʻu Point, Halona Blowhole, and other photo stops. Guides such as Kurt, Chris, Andrew, Mac, and Emily help with phone-camera tips, compositions, and guest photos.

“Here’s a cleaner, stronger version that still feels real and direct: Review (Rewritten): My wife and I were in Hawaii for our honeymoon, our first trip here and our first big tour—and it did not disappoint. Everything was spot-on. The views were incredible, the conversation was easy, and the food was great. Malcolm has an awesome energy and a sharp eye for photography. We ended up getting way more than just a tour; he took a ton of photos of us at every stop. It felt like a photoshoot and a tour wrapped into one. If you’re going to book any tour, make it this one.”

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Beacon Hill Boston History + Photo Walking Tour (SMALL Group) - Brick sidewalks, gas lamps, and overlooked details
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Beacon Hill Boston History + Photo Walking Tour (SMALL Group)

4.Beacon Hill Boston History + Photo Walking Tour (SMALL Group)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 163 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $45

Join Saba Alhadi for a 90-minute walk through Beacon Hill’s brick lanes, gas lamps, historic homes, Acorn Street, Louisburg Square, the State House, and nearby public gardens. Expect local stories, architectural details, casual photo advice for phones or cameras, and a group capped at 15. This is a photo walk, not a technical photography workshop.

“This was a great tour. We really loved it. We loved the enthusiasm and joy in showing us all the treasures of Beacon Hill. We also loved all the great photo tips, and of course we loved all the history and inside info that was shared with us. It was a great experience.”

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New York Icon Photography Tour led by a Local Photographer - Radio City, St. Patrick’s, and the art of changing your angle
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New York Icon Photography Tour led by a Local Photographer

5.New York Icon Photography Tour led by a Local Photographer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 155 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $125

Spend about 2.5 hours photographing Midtown and Central Park with a local professional from New York City Photo Safari. Your guide helps with framing, angles, camera settings, and reflections while leading you from Rockefeller Center toward Gapstow Bridge. Morning and afternoon departures are available, with groups capped at eight.

“The tour guide is very helpful and informative. Zim is really cool and what impress me the most is how "scientific" she is. She teaches me how to take the most from my camera along with very convenient and effecitve way of taking better pictures. The angle she shows me is very unique, and the picture taken transform dual photos into lively and interesting spots.”

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Sunset Hike and Photography Tour near Red Rock with Optional 7 Magic Mountains - The ride from Las Vegas to the desert
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Sunset Hike and Photography Tour near Red Rock with Optional 7 Magic Mountains

6.Sunset Hike and Photography Tour near Red Rock with Optional 7 Magic Mountains

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 149 reviews · from $149

Ride from your Las Vegas hotel in a small SUV or van, visit Seven Magic Mountains if you choose the combo, then hike or sightsee at Spring Mountain Ranch State Park near Red Rock. Guides such as Jay, Alex, and Lankun, known as Mama, tailor the walking and take photos. Expect 4 to 7 hours, water, and a sunset return.

“Alex was a great guide he shared a ton of knowledge and rook some great pictures for us. This tour was the perfect amount of time to get a glimpse of the beauty of red rock canyon.”

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3 Hour Sunrise Photo Tour with Malasada - Makapu‘u Point adds the big Windward view
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3 Hour Sunrise Photo Tour with Malasada

7.3 Hour Sunrise Photo Tour with Malasada

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 81 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $70

Start early from Waikiki or the Honolulu Zoo for a small-group drive to Sandy Beach, Makapu‘u Point, and Halona Blow Hole. A photographer guide such as Kurt helps you improve phone or camera shots, shares local stories, and provides photos. Finish with a Leonard’s malasada.

“Kurt was our guide and was entertaining, informative, and helpful. Took amazing pics and shared all his local knowledge with us!”

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Los Angeles: The Ultimate LA & Hollywood Photo Tour - Starting among Hollywood’s famous theaters
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Los Angeles: The Ultimate LA & Hollywood Photo Tour

8.Los Angeles: The Ultimate LA & Hollywood Photo Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 51 reviews · 4h 30m · from $69

Spend 4.5 hours with local guide Daniel, or another English-speaking guide, visiting Hollywood, Beverly Hills, the Hollywood Sign, Melrose Avenue, and the Original Farmers Market. Travel in a small, air-conditioned vehicle, stop for photos, and get help capturing the city without wasting time between far-flung sights.

“Wonderful trip, a person who really loves what he does and conveys it in his excellent trip beyond the photography which is incredible there is also a story of each place you go and everything is very detailed and explained, take this trip you will not regret it .”

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Anchorage: Aurora Borealis Northern Lights Photography Tour - Chasing the aurora instead of waiting in one parking lot
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Anchorage: Aurora Borealis Northern Lights Photography Tour

9.Anchorage: Aurora Borealis Northern Lights Photography Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 33 reviews · 6 hours · from $312

Join Alaska Photo Treks for a six-hour small-group hunt for the Northern Lights from Anchorage. Your English-speaking photographer guide, such as Chad or Erica, follows the forecast, explains the science, and helps you shoot the aurora with a tripod. Hotel pickup, warm drinks, snacks, hand warmers, and optional camera rental are included.

“Our guide, Chad, was fantastic! The forecast was uncertain for the night, but he did a fantastic job watching the data and finding us a great spot to catch the lights. He even extended the tour a little to make sure we could see them before heading back to our hotels. It was a great experience!”

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From Kanab: 3-Hour Peek-a-Boo Slot Canyon Hiking/Photo Tour - Walking the sandstone walls
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From Kanab: 3-Hour Peek-a-Boo Slot Canyon Hiking/Photo Tour

10.From Kanab: 3-Hour Peek-a-Boo Slot Canyon Hiking/Photo Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 25 reviews · from $119

Join an English-speaking guide such as Bruce or Kyle for a moderate, three-hour hike through Peek-a-Boo Slot Canyon. Pickup from your Kanab hotel, a scenic 40-minute drive, photo advice, water, and a group limited to six make this a practical choice for seeing the canyon in a short morning or afternoon.

“We really liked the tour guide. Super nice guy. The drive was fun and the canyon is beautiful.”

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Walking Instagram Photo Tour in the French Quarter New Orleans - Starting at 1000 Decatur Street
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Walking Instagram Photo Tour in the French Quarter New Orleans

11.Walking Instagram Photo Tour in the French Quarter New Orleans

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 17 reviews · from $29Best value

Spend about two hours walking New Orleans’ French Quarter with guide Jason, stopping at 8 to 10 photo-friendly locations. You’ll get help with poses and camera angles, a group photo sent by email, and possible food and drink discounts. The route includes Jackson Square, Cafe du Monde, and Canal Street.

“We had a wonderful time Jason was a blast very knowledgeable he took fabulous pictures of the group we really enjoyed”

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Hanksville/Torrey: Bentonite Hills Drone/Photography Tour - What the three-hour outing is like
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Hanksville/Torrey: Bentonite Hills Drone/Photography Tour

12.Hanksville/Torrey: Bentonite Hills Drone/Photography Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · 3 hours · from $180

You’ll ride by SUV from Hanksville, Torrey, or Teasdale into the Blue Bentonite Hills near NASA’s Mars research facility. Jenny and other Meridian guides lead you to colorful geological formations, explain the area, and help you find strong photo angles. Bring closed-toe shoes and plan on climbing 50 to 100 feet.

“Amazing tour! Jenny is the best and I had such a great time! Definitely recommend!! Beautiful scenery and photos!”

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Boston: Private Walking Photography Tour - Starting beneath the State House dome
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Boston: Private Walking Photography Tour

13.Boston: Private Walking Photography Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.3 · 10 reviews · 1 hour

Meet your English-speaking photographer at the Massachusetts State House for a one-hour private walk through Boston’s central sights. You’ll pose at scenic spots, hear local history, review images over coffee or tea, choose a postcard photo, and receive 20 to 30 edited digital images within 5 to 10 days.

“The scenery going around the Commons and some of the back streets were gorgeous. Our photographer Alex was amazing as well!”

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